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Perfect Place to Stay For Malahide Castle Concerts
Declan Moore
| Last Updated: Saturday, 6 June 2026
| Minute Read
Declan Moore
Last Updated: Saturday, 6 June 2026
Minute Read
- Malahide Castle has a long history, much like Clontarf Castle. With a long history dating back to 1185, the Castle has a story to tell in every room. However, it’s on the green pastures of the Castle that rock legends like the Killers and folk icon Paolo Nutini put on the show! Staying in a hotel near Malahide castle and gardens sets you up for a brilliant concert with plenty of time to explore the city.
Overview of Malahide Castle and Gardens
Malahide Castle has lots of things to do, both inside the castle and in the grounds itself. The Malahide Castle Gardens are a beautiful piece of scenery for a walk both in the sunshine and on cooler winter days. The West Lawn covers over 20 acres of land, and has some very beautiful trees, plants and wooden carvings.
The Walled Garden also has plenty of flora and fauna, as too does the Butterfly House. The exterior of the castle in fact has over 250 acres of Fairy Trails, Running Paths, Playgrounds, Outdoor Gyms and so much more. This is a brilliant day out when you are staying in Clontarf Castle, but for now lets get to the music.
History of Concerts at the Castle
The Castle has been the home of Music in Fingal since 2005, when Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli took to the stage to showcase his incredible operatic style. While this was the only concert for 2005 and there was none in 2006, then venue came to life in 2007. Between 2007 and 2011, there was 11 Malahide Castle Concerts. Unfortunately this was where the music stopped.
In 2017, much to the delight of the music fans in Ireland and the world over Malahide Castle once again started to put on a show. As the years continued, the bands became bigger and arguably peaked in 2022 with The Killers, Gerry Cinnamon, Depeche Mode, Lewis Capaldi and Dermot Kennedy playing over the summer.
Malahide Castle Concerts 2026
Only four Malahide Castle shows are confirmed so far, but more dates are expected. Here’s what’s locked in for the summer lineup:
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds – Wednesday, June 10
Alt-rock legend Nick Cave brings his signature intensity back to Malahide for one night only.
Kingfishr – Saturday, June 13
Ireland’s breakout folk-rock trio headline their biggest homecoming show yet.
Kodaline – Saturday, June 20
Dublin favourites Kodaline return to the Castle one last time for an open-air set of anthems and crowd sing-alongs.
Teddy Swims – Tuesday, June 23
US soul-pop powerhouse Teddy Swims hits Malahide with special guests Lauren Spencer-Smith and Jordan Rakei.
Katy Perry – 24th June 2026
Global Superstar Katy Perry makes long-awaited Dublin return
Dublin City Centre Train and Bus Services
Coming from the city center, there are a lot of options to get to Malahide Castle. Public transport is the best way to get to the Castle. Dublin Bus services cover one side of the venue, and the Malahide Train Station is just 10 minute walk from the concert venue. Taking a dart to Malahide Dart station from Clontarf Castle will take about 22 minutes.
Return services on private coaches also run from popular meeting points in Dublin City. A lot of commercial coaches meet at Custom House Quay Bus stop, in Dublin 1. Pre – booking of these direct bus services is essential.
FAQ’S
Most concerts at Malahide Castle finish at approximately 10:30 PM, in line with local licensing regulations.
Yes, concert parking is usually available, but spaces are limited. Visitors are advised to pre-book parking where available or use public transport.
Malahide Castle is easily accessible by DART, Dublin Bus, car, taxi, and concert coach services. Malahide DART Station is approximately a 15-minute walk from the venue.
Confirmed 2026 performers include Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Kingfishr, Kodaline, Teddy Swims, Katy Perry, Michael Bublé, Calvin Harris, and Maroon 5.
Malahide Castle is one of Ireland’s largest outdoor concert venues, with a capacity of approximately 20,000 attendees.
Declan Moore
Declan Moore is a travel and hospitality writer with a passion for uncovering Ireland’s most rewarding experiences. His work focuses on exceptional hotel stays, seasonal Irish food, specialty coffee, and curated things to do across the country. Writing for the Tifco Hotel Group Collection, Declan highlights the details that turn a trip into a lasting memory.
